Danny Baldwin, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024.
He was born October 28, 1948 in St. Joseph to William “Babe” and Goldie (DeSpain) Baldwin. He was a graduate of Benton High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree and Master’s Degree in engineering from Missouri University of Science & Technology. Danny was a mechanical engineer for Burns & McDonnell.
Danny married Linda Palmer on June 24, 1971. She survives of the home.
Danny was very involved in his community and profession. He was an active member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church, a board member of the St. Joseph Youth Soccer Association, officiated for high school soccer games, was a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers, Reserve Officers Association, Boy Scouts of America, Moila Shrine, and Scottish Rite 32nd Degree AF & AM.
He also served his country as a colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves for 35 years.
Danny was a devoted family man. He loved the many adventures of travel with his wife Linda, Hawaii being one of his many favorites. They also enjoyed their season tickets each year to the dinner playhouse in Kansas City. He loved to have his family together for holidays or even just for a get together. His whole world revolved around his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He enjoyed spending his free time attending his grandchild and great-grandchildren’s sporting events. Danny was very involved with the Saint Joseph Soccer Association and loved being a part of that community. Soccer has always had a very special place in Danny’s heart starting when his children played then continuing to watch his grandchildren and great-grandchildren play. Danny was a very kind selfless man and he would be happy to lend a hand to anyone in need without a second thought.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Linda; sons, Sean Baldwin of St. Joseph and Andrew Baldwin (Kim Baldwin) of Maryville, Missouri; daughter, Charlotte Prine of Independence, Missouri; grandchildren, Ivory O’Meara (Preston O’Meara), Taylor Baldwin, Ethan Baldwin, Daniel Prine, Aleza Piveral, William and Steven Prine; great-grandchildren, Dreyton, Royce, and Indy O’Meara; brother, Roger Baldwin (Belinda Baldwin) of St. Joseph; and sister, April Baldwin of St. Joseph;
Farewell Services and Public Livestream 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service.
